Eterna: The Healthspan Room

Dr. Renée Allen on hormones, peptides, and longevity medicine — evidence-based guidance to restore your vitality and extend your healthspan at every stage.

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GLP-1 Agonists Are Changing the Game — But Only If You Protect What Matters Most

GLP-1 Agonists Are Changing the Game — But Only If You Protect What Matters Most

GLP-1 Agonists Are Changing the Game — But Only If You Protect What Matters MostDr. Renée Allen
Published on: 31/07/2026

The excitement around GLP-1 therapy is legitimate. These medications are producing meaningful metabolic results — improved insulin sensitivity, reduced visceral fat, and better cardiovascular markers — not just for weight loss. Let's dive in!

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Why Hormone Therapy Works Differently in Summer — And What to Do About It

Why Hormone Therapy Works Differently in Summer — And What to Do About It

Why Hormone Therapy Works Differently in Summer — And What to Do About ItDr. Renée Allen
Published on: 28/07/2026

Your BHRT protocol was working beautifully. Then summer arrived. Here's the science behind why hormone therapy responds differently in heat — and how to optimize your protocol for the season.

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Why Your Hair Is Thinning — And Why the Answer Isn't the Same for Every Woman

Why Your Hair Is Thinning — And Why the Answer Isn't the Same for Every Woman

Why Your Hair Is Thinning — And Why the Answer Isn't the Same for Every WomanDr. Renée Allen
Published on: 27/07/2026

More hair in the drain. A ponytail that feels thinner. A part that looks wider. If the only answer you've received is stress or biotin, that's not a dead end — it's a missed step. Here's what a real diagnostic evaluation looks like, and what treatment actually requires.

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Why Your Perimenopause Symptoms Keep Getting Dismissed — And What Good Hormone Care Actually Looks Like

Why Your Perimenopause Symptoms Keep Getting Dismissed — And What Good Hormone Care Actually Looks Like

Why Your Perimenopause Symptoms Keep Getting Dismissed — And What Good Hormone Care Actually Looks LikeDr. Renée Allen
Published on: 26/07/2026

If you've described a dozen symptoms and walked out with an antidepressant, you're not alone. Here's what comprehensive, physician-led hormone care actually looks like — and the questions to ask your doctor.

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